Acting
Bill Owen
1914 · Acton, London, England, UK
30 films
Bio
British born actor known for playing working class characters on film and TV. Born William Rowbotham, the son of a tram driver and laundress, he started playing drums in London nightclubs and toured music halls with his own cabaret act to pay for acting classes. He entertained at Butlin's holiday camps and performed in repertory, joining the Unity Theatre where he attained respect as a stage producer.
Filmography
Mischief
The Comeback
Mr. B
The Entertainer
Billy Rice
Last of the Summer Wine: Getting Sam Home
Compo Simmonite
The Funny Blokes of British Comedy
Compo Simmonite (archive footage) (uncredited)
The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men
Stutely
Carry On Sergeant
Corporal Bill Copping
O Lucky Man!
Supt. Barlow / Insp. Carding
Carry On Nurse
Percy "Perc" Hickson
The Rainbow Jacket
Sam
The Weaker Sex
Soldier with Chicken
Last of the Summer Wine: Big Day at Dream Acres
Compo